In this video, Michael Tricarico from Hoppers Physiotherapy explains how a shoulder impingement can lead to bursitis and how your physiotherapist will accurately assess the muscles and provide exercises to correct the underlying condition. If you're experiencing unwanted pain, contact our clinic at (03) 9749 5110 or book an appointment online.
ROTATOR CUFF INJURIES The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles called supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis and teres minor that stabilise the shoulder joint for everyday movement. Unfortunately, because the shoulder joint has such a wide range of motion theses muscles are highly prone to injury. This can range from mild inflammation to a more aggressive tendinopathy or from a mild strain to a complete tear of the rotator cuff tendons. Causes of Rotator Cuff Injuries Repetitive movement: particularly for…
What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that limits the movement of the shoulder and can be painful. Frozen shoulder happens when the shoulder joint capsule comprised of connective tissues gets thickened and tightened. It is quite unclear why frozen shoulder happens to some people. However, there seems to be a finding that it is more common in people who have kept the shoulder still for a prolonged period, such as after a…
In this video Michael Tricarico from Hoppers Physiotherapy shows simple taping techniques to protect the shoulder and exercises to strengthen the shoulder ligaments. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDMboL6ghOw